Vegan Sunshine Burgers!

Sunshine Burgers are organic veggie burgers made from sunflower seeds!  These super yummy vegan AND gluten-free frozen patties come in four flavors: Original (onion and garlic-free), Southwest, Garden Herb and…

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Type-2 Diabetes: Positive Effects of a Vegan Diet

For those with type-2 diabetes, a vegan diet can be a life saver. A medical study conducted in 2006 by Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), George Washington University, and the University of Toronto demonstrated that a low-fat vegan diet is more effective than the standard diabetes diet for those with type-2 diabetes and may be more effective than some types of drug therapy.

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Accidentally Vegan: McCormick Chili Seasoning Mix!

As part of my New Year’s resolutions, I am trying to cook real food each night for dinner. But we all know that work/ life/ family stuff can get so crazy that it can be difficult to make time to cook. This mild chili mix from McCormick helps to make a quick and easy vegan meal. It is free from any animal products and is widely available. YUM!

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Power Plate: a Model for Plant-Based Healthy Eating from PCRM

Learn about PCRM’s Power Plate, a new guide to eating that cuts the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and other health problems. PCRM’s Power Plate program and 21-Day Vegan Kickstart have helped more than 65,000 people experience the benefits of plant-based diets. If you’ve been thinking about trying a plant-based, or vegan, diet, you’re not alone and now is great time to give it a try!

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Shiitake Mushrooms and Phytonutrients

Shiitake mushrooms are full of phytonutrients – plant-based compounds that deliver positive health effects.   Numerous scientific studies have shown that shiitake mushroom phytonutrients can help regulate our immune system, improve…

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